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Ivory and Gold Damask Dress and Matching Jacket

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Hobbs Two Piece Occasion Outfit
The invitation season is upon us and what better way to embrace it than with a fabulous Hobbs outfit. For a fuss free silhouette the ivory shift dress and jacket will add instant summer glamour to your wardrobe. Inspired by a beautiful vintage fabric and expertly crafted with subtle flecks of gold to create an eye-catching damask design. Elegantly finishing on the knee with scoop neck and structured panelling for a flattering fit. A sleeveless style that looks great with matching cropped jacket. An unique cover up with intricate design detail, discreet front fastening and bracelet sleeves.

New Invitation Collection
New spring arrivals from the Invitation collection include head turning occasion dresses, pencil skirts with matching jackets, dressy trousers and tops. To finish there are stylish heels, bags and jewellery to make each look unique. So whatever the event getting it right is going to be easy with style guides, need to know trends and most wanted accessories to inspire you. From colour pop in daring shades to pretty pastels and neutral palettes to suit your style.

Occasion Shoes Bags and Jewellery
For a chic finish to your occasion-ready look complete with nude accessories and a statement necklace. Choose from a range of covetable clutches, courts and jewellery pieces and that will take you through the seasons. Our choice is the Eve chain shoulder bag in a light nude patent leather.

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For an instant lift put your best foot forward in a pair of leg lengthening court shoes. The Arletta peep toe offers timeless appeal for summer time event dressing and is available in half sizes for a perfect fit. For a chic finishing touch complete with the soft nude pink Rachel necklace. Layers of gems form a striking pattern for a luscious luxe look you’ll wear again and again.

Mint Green Pencil Skirt and Tailored Jacket

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Eastex Mint Blossom Collection
Fresh new colours for spring. The Mint Blossom collection is a new season favourite with pretty printed blouses, lace trim tops and cardigans, floral skirts and matching jackets plus elegant navy blue and mint green pencil skirt suits. Enhance your look with the coordinating soft neck scarf draped over your outfit for a ladylike finish.

 

Two Piece Pencil Skirt Suit
Add to your formal wear wardrobe with a classic two piece suit in a fresh spring time shade of mint green. The stunning collarless jacket features piped detailing around the edges, one button fastening, long sleeves and seamed back. A tailored fit with a slight textured feel that is fully lined for comfort. Length 59cm. Pair with the flattering pencil skirt blossom floral blouse and coordinating occasion hat for a complete wedding look. Expertly crafted the hat features mint and navy feathers and a super chic wide brim shape. The skirt length is 63cm.

Yumi Floral Print Kimono Midi Wrap UT Dress Blue Colour: Blue
Yumi Floral Print Kimono Midi Wrap UT Dress Blue Colour: Blue
Yumi

£42.00

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Alie Street Grace Floral Brights Midi Dress, White/Multi
Alie Street Grace Floral Brights Midi Dress, White/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£189.00

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Gina Bacconi Daisy Embroidered Crepe Dress, Nordic Blue
Gina Bacconi Daisy Embroidered Crepe Dress, Nordic Blue
John Lewis & Partners

£320.00

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Grandmother of the Bride Occasion Outfits
In sizes 10 to 22 Eastex offers a choice of sophisticated styles perfect for the Grandmother of the Bride. The range includes a wide range of designs to flatter the mature figure. Discover smart and structured pencil skirt suits, two in one dresses with a relaxed fit and soft floral blouses with matching skirts and lace tops. A choice of skirts offer comfort too with part elasticated waistbands and fit and flared shapes. Easily put together combinations will extend your occasionwear wardrobe for year round social event dressing.

Lace Cocktail Dresses with Matching Boleros

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Lace Iridescent Dress and Bolero, Wisteria
Elegant new arrivals from Adrianna Papell just in time for the social season. A lovely pale bluish lilac boasts a sleeveless cut, fitted waist and sweetheart neckline. A timeless piece perfect for a spring wedding. The beautiful shift style with its non stretch fabric allows for a streamline finish. Designed with a shiny over lay, lining on the skirt and pleated cross over effect on the bodice. This stunning bandeau dress has narrow straps and comes with a sheer lace bolero for extra style options. length 103cm. For a chic ensemble complete with courts, clutch and fascinator.

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Short Flutter Dress With Lace Jacket, Eucalyptus
Shorter dress lengths are for perfect day time occasions and will take you seamlessly through to the cocktail hour. For a striking two piece outfit Adrianna Papell’s short flutter dress offers you the best of both.

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Adrianna by Adrianna Papell Crepe Midi Dress, Lipstick
Adrianna by Adrianna Papell Crepe Midi Dress, Lipstick
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£250.00

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Adrianna by Adrianna Papell Shadow Stripe Maxi Dress, Black
Adrianna by Adrianna Papell Shadow Stripe Maxi Dress, Black
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Aidan by Adrianna Papell Sleeveless Blazer Dress, Azure
Aidan by Adrianna Papell Sleeveless Blazer Dress, Azure
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The sleeveless dress has a beautiful flared shape and features a fitted lace bodice, a wide waistband, square neckline and asymmetric tiered detail on the skirt. In a striking blue green hue this dress that can be worn alone or with matching jacket. The three quarter sleeve jacket is crafted from a delicate lace fabric and cut to a bolero shape with rounded hemline.

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Adrianna Papell Collection 

Women of all ages and silhouettes can feel beautiful in an Adrianna Papell creation. The collection is infused with a sense of style and flare for any special event. You can easily create your perfect occasion outfit with outfits designed to turn heads. For other occasionwear brands shop the wedding boutique at John Lewis & Partners and enjoy browsing an array of styles, colours and luxe fabrics. Accessories too are at hand to complete your look.

Navy Lace Cornelli Dresses and Shrug Set

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Ladies Day Collection from CC
A feminine occasionwear collection arrives at CC. Ladies Day is home to an array of delightful outfits in shades of pastel mint, slate grey and midnight blue. Luxe fabrics are key with printed cotton sateens taking centre stage along with subtle mesh designs and lace accents. A mix of punchy florals and orchid prints add some extra drama. New additions also feature dresses with flattering body contouring shapes, two piece sets and embellished jackets ideal for special event dressing.

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Slate Grey Dress and Matching Lace Shrug
For the ultimate investment piece who can resist a cornelli lace dress. A real style leader that will make a statement however you wear it. Designed to slightly fit and flare for a feminine finish. This gorgeous hand sewn lace detailing dress looks great worn alone but for maximum impact invest in the matching slate grey shrug for a stand out two piece outfit.

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Gina Bacconi Colette Asymmetric Dress & Jacket Set, Navy
Gina Bacconi Colette Asymmetric Dress & Jacket Set, Navy
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£290.00

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Roman Scallop Edge Plain Bodycon Shift Dress in Navy
Roman Scallop Edge Plain Bodycon Shift Dress in Navy
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£50.00

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Roman 3/4 Sleeve Cropped Scallop Edge Smart Jacket in Navy
Roman 3/4 Sleeve Cropped Scallop Edge Smart Jacket in Navy
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Embroidered Shift Dress and Ivory Bolero
An elegant shift dress that’s sure to get you noticed. Crafted to flatter the silhouette with alluring hand stitched floral cornelli embroidery. A decoratively design that offers endless appeal that can be styled with the ivory ribbon bolero for a chic day and evening look. Dress details include sheer short sleeves, ombre cornelli detail and cinched waist. The bolero jacket is a delicate cover up that will add elegance to your going out wardrobe. In a go-with-anything hue with a textured weave, open curved front and cropped fit.

Special Occasion Coat and Dress Outfits

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L.K. Bennett Mason Event Coats
For your next special event what better combination than a sleek tailored coat and dress outfit. New arrivals from L.K. Bennett include the fabulous Mason Event Coat in barley or raspberry pink. Having a choice of shades gives you the best of both to suit your style. For a lively look there is the vibrant pink and for a subtle hue there is the lighter soft spring colour. Features include a classic shape finishing to the knee, open neckline, stand collar and bracelet length sleeves with chic turn up detailing. length 91.7cm.

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Two Piece Occasionwear
These structured coats will make a stylishly versatile staple for your going-out wardrobe. They look great layered over smart trousers and dressy separates but for a two piece wedding outfit wear with a pretty print dress.  For an instant pop of colour try the Laconia rose print shift dress. The fitted pencil shape creates a streamline finish for a flattering silhouette and the stretch cotton fabric is soft and lightweight ideal for summertime. Available in sizes 6 to 16.

Gina Bacconi Colette Asymmetric Dress & Jacket Set, Navy
Gina Bacconi Colette Asymmetric Dress & Jacket Set, Navy
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Gina Bacconi Lulu Jacquard Dress & Coat, Mint Green
Gina Bacconi Lulu Jacquard Dress & Coat, Mint Green
John Lewis & Partners

£399.00

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Gina Bacconi Kathy Jacquard Shift Dress & Bolero
Gina Bacconi Kathy Jacquard Shift Dress & Bolero
John Lewis & Partners

£360.00

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Gina Bacconi Kathy Jacquard Shift Dress & Bolero
Gina Bacconi Kathy Jacquard Shift Dress & Bolero
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£360.00

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Gina Bacconi Lola Tiered Dress & Jacket, Navy
Gina Bacconi Lola Tiered Dress & Jacket, Navy
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£250.00

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Gina Bacconi Camira Lace Jacket Dress, Grey
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Form Fitting Shift Dresses
Another feminine design is the printed Valdez floral pink dress with square neckline and capped sleeves. Latest additions include a range of enduringly stylish and modern dresses offering classic form fitting shapes. Crafted from the finest fabrics of silk, tweed, lace, crepe and jersey in a style for every occasion. Statement printed dresses along with subtle pastel pieces are easy to accessorise. Simply team with nude heels and matching clutch for a complete ensemble.

Swing Coat with Matching Beaded Dress

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Kaashi Dress and Coat Outfit
Add a touch of glamour to your new season wardrobe with this striking two piece outfit from Monsoon. The Kaashi coat boasts a shimmering textured weave and is styled to be worn open with a swing cut for a feminine flourish. Features include a hand-embellished crystal adorned neckline and three quarter sleeves with bead detail at the cuffs. A trans-seasonal shade that works any time of the year.

Matching Shift Dress
Wear with neutral coloured dresses but for the ultimate combination team with matching shift dress. A knee length style elegantly tailored to compliment this occasion coat. Features a mid weight shimmer fabric in nude, concealed zip and back button.

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Monsoon Occasion Outfits
Highly distinctive designs with a strong influence from the Far East continue to inspire us. Monsoon’s signature look is thanks to their team of talented designers that gather ideas and inspiration from around the world. Occasion outfits rich in dazzling embellishment and crafted from luxurious fabrics are perfect for special event dressing. Easy to shop by style and occasion from the cocktail hour, a day at the races to wedding and eveningwear.

Gina Bacconi Colette Asymmetric Dress & Jacket Set, Navy
Gina Bacconi Colette Asymmetric Dress & Jacket Set, Navy
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Gina Bacconi Lulu Jacquard Dress & Coat, Mint Green
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£399.00

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Gina Bacconi Kathy Jacquard Shift Dress & Bolero
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Elegant Accessories
For the perfect finish, compliment your look with accessorises from bags and shoes to jewellery. Sophisticated day to evening wear combine feminine styling with a splash of exotic colour and detailed finishing. Just add the essentials for a show stopping ensemble. New arrivals include sequin clutch bags, printed purses and bejewelled handbags in rose pink, silver, gold, nude and black. Complete with a pair of chic corsage shoes, courts or sandals and a fabulous hat or fascinator. Pretty headpieces come in a range of delightful shades for all your summer occasions.